Christmas markets have expanded all over the world and I’m very glad they did because they are a tradition during the winter....
Two of my favorite Christmas markets in Germany are located near Frankfurt along the Rhine River. One is in the university town...
Ah, the sweet sound of jingle bells, the smell of roasting chestnuts, and the promise of vin chaud (mulled wine; you better...
Twice over the course of a few weeks this fall, I found myself entertaining guests from the States. It had been a...
As December descends, Lyon transforms into a dazzling dreamscape for La Fête des Lumières. From 7 through 10 December, the city becomes...
(Editor’s note: This post about the Christmas Markets in Cologne is new for 2023. You can see all our posts on Christmas...
My sister treated me to a vacation in Italy this summer. As “slow travelers,” we chose the path less-touristed just north of...